Petra Marriott Hotel
jordan, jordan · ★★★★★
The Verdict
Worth it for your honeymoon?
Perched on a clifftop above Wadi Musa, the Petra Marriott Hotel wins on a single unbeatable feature — the panoramic sunset over the sandstone mountains that hide Petra's Monastery. It is a smaller, more intimate choice than the in-town giants, with just 98 rooms and a boutique feel that suits honeymooners.
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- ✓Prioritise spa & wellness
- →Need a strictly adults-only resort
- →Want a direct beachfront
- →Prefer boutique & intimate properties
Score Breakdown
86/100
At a Glance
Room Recommendation
Which room to book
Book a Deluxe Suite on the top floor facing west for a private terrace pointed directly at the sunset over the Petra hills. The bathroom features a deep tub beneath a picture window — ideal for a long soak after a full day of Petra hiking.
No Surprises
True cost breakdown — 7 nights for two
Based on mid-range rooms, premium-economy flights from Europe, full dining and signature experiences. Adjust for your actual travel profile.
| Item | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Room (7 nights avg $425/nt) | $2,975 |
| Flights (2 pax, economy/premium) | $1,800 |
| Airport transfers / seaplane | $200 |
| Dining & drinks (beyond room) | $4,463 |
| Excursions & experiences | $700 |
| Spa / signature treatments | $300 |
| Tips & service (8%) | $595 |
| Total estimated | $11,033 |
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Day by Day
Your 7-night honeymoon itinerary
Clifftop arrival
Transfer from Amman or Aqaba, check into your Deluxe Suite and watch the sun sink behind Jebel al-Madhbah from your terrace before dinner at La Mosaique with its sandstone-coloured dining room.
Petra classic route
Hotel shuttle to the Petra visitor centre for the full Siq-to-Qasr al-Bint walk with a local guide. Lunch at the Basin restaurant inside the site and return to the hotel for a dip in the rooftop pool.
High Place of Sacrifice
A shorter Petra day climbing to the High Place of Sacrifice for aerial views of the Royal Tombs, then a Bedouin tea stop with Layla the cat-lady of Petra before an afternoon at Al Rawag lounge.
Spa and sunset photography
Couples massage at the Marriott spa, lunch at the pool and an organised sunset photography walk on the hotel's clifftop terrace — perfect for post-wedding honeymoon portraits.
Wadi Rum overnight option
Either overnight in Wadi Rum desert camp or day-trip there by 4x4, returning for dinner in Petra. The concierge handles the red-dunes jeep tour and lunch in a Bedouin family tent.
Little Petra and Shobak Castle
Visit Little Petra, the Crusader-era Shobak Castle perched above the King's Highway and a local olive farm for lunch. Return for cocktails at Al Rawag terrace bar above the valley.
Farewell
Long breakfast on the terrace, final valley photos and transfer three hours to Amman airport or two hours south to Aqaba for a Red Sea extension.
Honest Assessment
What to know before you book
The clifftop location is spectacular but means walking anywhere in Wadi Musa town requires the hotel shuttle or a taxi, as the road down is winding and not pedestrian friendly.
At 98 rooms the hotel can occasionally host smaller tour groups, so honeymooners should request a west-facing upper floor to avoid any evening noise from group dinners on the terrace.
The rooftop pool is open seasonally and closes or chills in December to February, when Wadi Musa altitude brings cold nights and occasional snowfall to the Petra region.
Pre-Arrival
Email to send the hotel
Subject: Honeymoon booking inquiry — Petra Marriott Hotel Dear Petra Marriott team, My partner and I are planning our honeymoon and are interested in staying from [DATE] to [DATE] ([X] nights). Could you advise on availability of a Deluxe Suite with a west-facing terrace, honeymoon packages, Petra guide bookings and a couples spa treatment? Thank you, [Your names]
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is this hotel good for honeymooners?
Yes — the small scale, clifftop terraces and private sunset views put it ahead of the larger in-town hotels for couples. Upgrade to a Deluxe Suite with a west terrace for the honeymoon version of the stay.
What is the best time to visit?
March to May and September to November offer dry 18-27C days, golden afternoon light on the sandstone and the best photographic conditions for the valley sunsets you came for.
What should we book in advance?
Book a private licensed Petra guide, two nights of Petra entry to split the site into two days, a sunset table at Al Rawag and a couples spa treatment for your rest day.
Is it adults-only?
No, families are welcome, but the hotel's size and clifftop setting keep things quieter than larger resorts. Avoid Jordanian and regional school holidays for a more adult atmosphere.
What's the best room type for a honeymoon?
A Deluxe Suite with private west-facing terrace — the bathroom picture window, fireplace in some suites and direct valley sunset view make it the natural honeymoon room category.
How do we get there?
Fly into Amman's Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) for a three-hour scenic drive south on the Desert Highway, or into King Hussein International Airport (AQJ) in Aqaba for a two-hour drive north.
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